When Medical Duty Turns into Legal Dispute?
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider — including doctors, nurses, hospitals, or medical centers — fails to provide an accepted standard of care, resulting in harm, injury, or loss to the patient. These cases often involve surgical errors, misdiagnoses, incorrect treatment protocols, or inadequate patient consent — all of which can lead to serious consequences for the affected individuals and their families.
At FAKHER & CO, we understand the complexities and sensitivities involved in medical malpractice disputes. Our experienced medical negligence lawyers provide robust legal support to both patients and medical professionals, representing their interests through legal complaints, disciplinary hearings, and civil compensation claims.
Types of Medical Malpractice Disputes We Handle
Our legal team has extensive experience handling a wide range of malpractice cases, including:Â
Surgical errors and failed procedures
Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis
Prescription and medication mistakes
Childbirth injuries
Lack of informed consent
Inadequate post-operative care
Hospital negligence and administrative failures
Understanding Medical Negligence vs. Medical Opinion
One of the critical challenges in malpractice cases is distinguishing medical negligence from medical judgment:
- Medical Malpractice arises when there is a clear breach of professional duty — such as conducting surgery without proper diagnostics or prescribing the wrong medication — which leads to measurable harm.Â
- Medical Opinion, however, refers to differing professional approaches where a doctor chooses one legitimate treatment option over another, based on scientific rationale and existing medical standards.Â
At FAKHER & CO, we work with independent medical experts to assess the facts, clarify the nature of the decision-making involved, and build a compelling argument to either support or refute the allegation.
Role of Our Medical Malpractice Lawyers
Medical malpractice litigation in the UAE, especially in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, is governed by the Federal Medical Liability Law, which outlines how complaints are handled by specialized medical committees before escalating to courts. This process involves both scientific analysis and legal advocacy — which is where we excel.
Our legal services include:Â
Filing medical complaints with relevant health authorities
Responding to disciplinary investigations and expert committee reports
Building expert-supported arguments for civil or criminal liability
Pursuing or defending financial compensation claims
Advising on professional conduct implications and appeal strategies
We represent both claimants (patients and families) seeking redress and defendants (doctors, clinics, hospitals) protecting their reputations and legal standing.
Points to Consider in Medical Negligence Disputes
A professional conviction by a medical committee significantly strengthens a patient’s civil claim.
Lawyers must understand how to speak the language of medical science, not just legal terms.
Technical accuracy, scientific evidence, and expert interpretation are critical for success.
Repeated warnings or documented concerns can strengthen claims of negligence.
Even in cases of professional acquittal, civil compensation may still be pursued in some circumstances.
Choose Legal Experts Who Understand Both Medicine and Law
Medical malpractice cases are among the most sensitive and technically complex legal disputes. At FAKHER & CO, we provide trusted legal counsel backed by medical expertise, thorough investigation, and a commitment to securing justice — whether you are a healthcare professional under scrutiny or a patient seeking rightful compensation.